1981 Audi UR vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | UR | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
